In Belgium parking restrictions are clear. Most on-street parking is chargeable parking, with parking meters on the streets. For
long term parking you need to go to the car parks. 
BELGIUM : DRIVING AND PARKING REGULATIONS
Speed limits Belgium
The speed limit in Belgium depends on the type of road and the area.
It's important to note that these speed limits can vary and there may be specific speed limits posted on individual roads or sections of road. In addition, there are also different speed limits for certain types of vehicles, such as trucks and buses.
Always pay attention to the signs and obey the posted speed limits.
The following max. speed limits apply for cars and motorbikes:
Urban roads : 30 - 50 km/h
Non-urban roads : 90 km/h
Motorways : 120 km/h
Parking regulations
Parking is not permitted within 15m of tram/bus/rail stops, or where tram/rail lines cross the road.
On streets with a yellow line on the curb and at signs with a red triangle (Axe Rouge)
Along very busy streets: no parking from 07.00-09.30 hours AM and 16.00-18.00 hours
Parking in blue zones
Blue zones means free parking with your international blue disc for a limited number of hours. This blue disc is available from petrol stations, newsagents and police stations.
Parking disabled car drivers
With a European Blue Card you may park on parking spaces reserved for card holders only, but not if the space is marked with someone's name or a licence plate number.
In most areas parking is free of charge and without time limit on a road where payment is required. In case of payment, you may exceed the maximum time by extra payment.
Cities in Belgium
Brussels is the capital city of Belgium and the European Union, while Antwerp is a vibrant port city known for its fashion and art scenes. Ghent and Bruges are medieval cities with stunning architecture and picturesque canals, while Liège and Charleroi are industrial cities with a rich history. Leuven is a university town, and Namur is the capital city of Wallonia. Mons is known for its military history, and Aalst is a bustling market town.
Car parking in Brussels
Brussels is the capital city of Belgium, as well as the administrative center of the European Union. It is located in central Belgium, and has a population of approximately 1.2 million people in the metropolitan area.
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Car parking in Antwerp
Antwerp is a city in northern Belgium, located in the Flemish Region. It is the second largest city in Belgium and has a population of approximately 520,000 people in the metropolitan area.
Read more about car parking in Antwerp
Car parking in Ghent
Ghent is a city in the Flemish Region of Belgium, located between Brussels and Bruges. It has a population of approximately 260,000 people in the metropolitan area. Saint Bavo's Cathedral is populair. As well asGraslei and Korenlei the historic quays along the River Lys that are lined.
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Car parking in Liège
Liège is a city in eastern Belgium, located in the French-speaking Wallonia region. It has a population of approximately 200,000 people in the metropolitan area. Curtius Museum and the Saint Paul's Cathedral are famous.
Read more about car parking in Liège
Car parking in Bruges
Bruges is a historic city in the Flemish Region of Belgium, known for its well-preserved medieval architecture and canals. It has a population of approximately 118,000 people in the metropolitan area.
The Markt and Canals are famous
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Car parking in Namur
Namur is a city in southern Belgium, located in the French-speaking Wallonia region. It has a population of approximately 110,000 people in the metropolitan area.
Read more about car parking in Namur
Car parking in Louvain
Louvain is a city in the Flemish Region of Belgium, located about 25 km east of Brussels. It has a population of approximately 100,000 people in the metropolitan area.
Read more about car parking in Leuven
Car parking in Mechelen
Mechelen is a city in the Flemish Region of Belgium, located between Brussels and Antwerp. It has a population of approximately 85,000 people in the metropolitan area.
Read more about car parking in Mechelen
Popular events in belgium
Belgium hosts numerous popular events throughout the year
Tomorrowland - One of the biggest electronic dance music festivals in the world, held annually in Boom.
Gentse Feesten - A 10-day cultural festival in Ghent featuring music, theater, and street performances.
Brussels Jazz Marathon - A three-day music festival featuring jazz performers from all over the world.
Rock Werchter - A multi-day rock music festival held in Werchter.
Brussels Summer Festival - A 10-day festival featuring music, theater, and comedy performances in the heart of Brussels.
Couleur Cafe - A three-day world music festival held in Brussels.
Pukkelpop - A multi-day alternative music festival held in Hasselt.
Ommegang Festival - A medieval festival held in Brussels that reenacts the arrival of Emperor Charles V in the city in 1549.
Zinneke Parade - A biennial parade in Brussels featuring community-created floats and performances.
Antwerp Pride - A four-day LGBTQ+ pride festival held in Antwerp.
Speed limits Belgium
The speed limit in Belgium depends on the type of road and the area. It's important to note that these speed limits can vary and there may be specific speed limits posted on individual roads or sections of road. In addition, there are also different speed limits for certain types of vehicles, such as trucks and buses. Urban roads : 30 - 50 km/hNon-urban roads : 90 km/hMotorways : 120 km/h Parking regulations
Parking is not permitted within 15m of tram/bus/rail stops, or where tram/rail lines cross the road.On streets with a yellow line on the curb and at signs with a red triangle (Axe Rouge)
Along very busy streets: no parking from 07.00-09.30 hours AM and 16.00-18.00 hours
Parking in blue zones
Blue zones means free parking with your international blue disc for a limited number of hours. This blue disc is available from petrol stations, newsagents and police stations.Parking disabled car drivers
With a European Blue Card you may park on parking spaces reserved for card holders only, but not if the space is marked with someone's name or a licence plate number.In most areas parking is free of charge and without time limit on a road where payment is required. In case of payment, you may exceed the maximum time by extra payment.
Cities in Belgium
Brussels is the capital city of Belgium and the European Union, while Antwerp is a vibrant port city known for its fashion and art scenes. Ghent and Bruges are medieval cities with stunning architecture and picturesque canals, while Liège and Charleroi are industrial cities with a rich history. Leuven is a university town, and Namur is the capital city of Wallonia. Mons is known for its military history, and Aalst is a bustling market town.Car parking in Brussels
Brussels is the capital city of Belgium, as well as the administrative center of the European Union. It is located in central Belgium, and has a population of approximately 1.2 million people in the metropolitan area.
Read more about car parking in BrusselsCar parking in Antwerp
Antwerp is a city in northern Belgium, located in the Flemish Region. It is the second largest city in Belgium and has a population of approximately 520,000 people in the metropolitan area.
Read more about car parking in AntwerpCar parking in Ghent
Ghent is a city in the Flemish Region of Belgium, located between Brussels and Bruges. It has a population of approximately 260,000 people in the metropolitan area. Saint Bavo's Cathedral is populair. As well asGraslei and Korenlei the historic quays along the River Lys that are lined.
Read more about car parking in GhentCar parking in Liège
Liège is a city in eastern Belgium, located in the French-speaking Wallonia region. It has a population of approximately 200,000 people in the metropolitan area. Curtius Museum and the Saint Paul's Cathedral are famous.
Read more about car parking in LiègeCar parking in Bruges
Bruges is a historic city in the Flemish Region of Belgium, known for its well-preserved medieval architecture and canals. It has a population of approximately 118,000 people in the metropolitan area. The Markt and Canals are famous
Read more about car parking in BrugesCar parking in Namur
Namur is a city in southern Belgium, located in the French-speaking Wallonia region. It has a population of approximately 110,000 people in the metropolitan area.
Read more about car parking in NamurCar parking in Louvain
Louvain is a city in the Flemish Region of Belgium, located about 25 km east of Brussels. It has a population of approximately 100,000 people in the metropolitan area.
Read more about car parking in LeuvenCar parking in Mechelen
Mechelen is a city in the Flemish Region of Belgium, located between Brussels and Antwerp. It has a population of approximately 85,000 people in the metropolitan area.
Read more about car parking in MechelenPopular events in belgium
Belgium hosts numerous popular events throughout the yearTomorrowland - One of the biggest electronic dance music festivals in the world, held annually in Boom.
Gentse Feesten - A 10-day cultural festival in Ghent featuring music, theater, and street performances.
Brussels Jazz Marathon - A three-day music festival featuring jazz performers from all over the world.
Rock Werchter - A multi-day rock music festival held in Werchter.
Brussels Summer Festival - A 10-day festival featuring music, theater, and comedy performances in the heart of Brussels.
Couleur Cafe - A three-day world music festival held in Brussels.
Pukkelpop - A multi-day alternative music festival held in Hasselt.
Ommegang Festival - A medieval festival held in Brussels that reenacts the arrival of Emperor Charles V in the city in 1549.
Zinneke Parade - A biennial parade in Brussels featuring community-created floats and performances.
Antwerp Pride - A four-day LGBTQ+ pride festival held in Antwerp.
